Joyce Francis Sapp, a 66-year-old elementary school teacher, was shot and killed at her Miami home on June 22, 2017. She was inside her residence on Northwest 64th Street when someone fired from outside the house, fatally wounding her. Neighbors knew her as a quiet, well-known member of the community, but investigators have not determined a motive and do not know whether she was the intended target.

The Miami Police Department has classified the case as unsolved and continues to seek information. Sapp’s family, particularly her brother, has appealed for answers. Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers is accepting anonymous tips about the killing.

If anyone knew Joyce, saw activity near Northwest 64th Street on June 22, 2017, or has information that could help, please come forward to police or submit a tip to Crime Stoppers.